Is the Chrysler Pacifica Reliable?
2017–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Chrysler Pacifica Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 3 | 11 | — | — | 74 | Good |
| 2024 | 6 | 19 | — | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2023 | 6 | 107 | — | — | 40 | Poor |
| 2022 | 3 | 147 | 8 | 1 | 43 | Poor |
| 2021 | 2 | 330 | 5 | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2020 | 2 | 130 | 9 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2019 | 5 | 182 | — | — | 45 | Fair |
| 2018 | 7 | 601 | 8 | — | 31 | Poor |
| 2017 | 5 | 1094 | 33 | — | 35 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Pacifica Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Pacifica scores 18 points below the average minivan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Chrysler Pacifica Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 2622 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chrysler Pacifica reliable?+
The Chrysler Pacifica scores 53/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 40 recall campaigns and 2622 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Pacifica is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Pacifica achieved the highest reliability score of 94/100 with 1 recall and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a Pacifica last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Chrysler Pacifica owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Pacifica will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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